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More and more companies nowadays have committed themselves to increasing diversity within the workplace. Read on for how to raise concerns to the higher ups, as well as ways you can help on an individual level.
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What to Do After a Job Rejection
4/22/2018
There's no getting around it: A job rejection stings, even if you've decided the position probably wasn't right for you. No one wants to be second choice. But, like most things in life, there are ways you can make the most of the situation. Here's what to do after a job rejection to keep your dig... -
Laura Dye, Having & Being a Mentor
8/21/2023
When you are amongst people that inspire you, you’ll give your best. When you give the gifts that are uniquely yours, people will recognize this and be more likely to offer support. -
Trying to get a job interview is difficult enough, and finding you have to unexpectedly cancel the meeting is an awkward conundrum. Needing to reschedule does put you at a disadvantage, but it doesn't automatically remove you from consideration. That being said, if you don't handle the situation ...
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You’re a geek, but you couldn’t install a hard drive at gunpoint. You love technology, but not the literal nuts and bolts of it. Click to see what other jobs are available in IT!
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If you'll be a member of the Class of 2019, you're in luck when it comes to the job search. The outlook for 2019 college graduates is bright. According to a survey conducted by the National Association of Colleges, employers plan to hire 16.6 percent more new grads this year than they did in 2018...
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What to Do When Your Boss is Leaving
4/18/2018
In today's job market, job-hopping is a common event. A 2017 survey by Namely suggests people remain at a job for, on average, less than two years. That being the case, people are used to the idea of coworkers coming and going, but what if the person departing is the boss? What do you do? -
Most people loathe networking. Prior interactions contribute to viewing networking as a shell game where the person reaching out always wins and your well-being is largely ignored.
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Chances are good you may be supervising someone who had their eye on your position and saw themselves quite comfortably in it. Read on to learn how to manage this tricky situation.
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Making a Splash (or Not)
11/2/2021
People are so often striving and rewarded for making the biggest splash possible. Read on to learn when and if you should work towards making a big splash! -
Losing a good employee means suffering strategic setbacks, profits flounder and so much more. So how do you attract and retain top talent and stay afloat during the Turnover Tsunami? Read on for tips.....
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When employees are engaged in their work, they have passion, energy, and commitment. They bring their best to work every day, and they’ll go above and beyond for your organization.
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Whether you’re a soon-to-be college graduate or a worker laid off because of COVID-19, searching for a job during a pandemic and increasing unemployment was not in your career plan. Here are some steps you can take to make yourself relevant.
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Of all the different types of interviews, you might hear the video interview is the least nerve-wracking one—that is, unless you’re camera shy.
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If you don’t want to be stuck in your current position forever, you’ll need to acquire training both on and off the job. But how do you do that when your schedule is already jam-packed, and your company doesn’t offer the on-the-job training you need? Here are some suggestions to help you get the ...
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We all want validation that we’re doing well at our jobs, and oftentimes this takes the form of a promotion. After all, what says “You’re doing great!” better than an increase in responsibility and pay? But what do you do if you’re passed over for a promotion? It may seem impossible to move on fr...
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HR needs to become solution-oriented in a much broader sense. Read why.
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Are You Too Good for Your Job?
11/10/2019
We all want to be good at our jobs. It’s fulfilling to master a craft and grow in a career. When you excel, it shows ambition and commitment to the team. Plus, it’s super satisfying. But are you too good for your job? -
Top Industries in D.C. Hiring Right Now
8/21/2019
Washington, D.C. is a region booming with career opportunities. Here's a look at the top industries in DC hiring right now. -
"Where do you see yourself in five years?" Hiring managers love to ask this question—but admit it: the answer you give is probably tailored more to your potential employer's needs than your own. What's your real answer? You owe it to yourself to establish long-term professional goals—those big-pi...